The Boroondara Volunteer Resource Centre is advertising this role on behalf of Inclusion Melbourne.
Leisure Buddy Volunteers meet their buddies on a fortnightly basis for one to two hours for social outings.
Our volunteers are caring, kind and thoughtful and have a genuine interest in developing a friendship with a person with a disability. They are committed to making a difference and ensuring people with a disability feel connected to our community.
We are currently seeking Leisure Buddy Volunteers in the Melbourne area.
- Build a supportive, one-on-one friendship with a person with cognitive disability
- Participate in shared leisure activities based on the participant’s interests (e.g. walking, coffee, art, sport, community events)
- Support social connection, confidence, and community participation
- Meet regularly with the participant at agreed times and locations
- Communicate with the Community Support Coordinator regarding visits and any concerns
- Maintain appropriate boundaries and follow Inclusion Melbourne policies and procedures
- Complete basic activity reporting as required
Inclusion Melbourne is a quality certified organisation therefore all volunteers attend Induction Training at our Head office in Camberwell, Victoria and complete an online National Disability Insurance Scheme Module.
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